San Francisco attractions

Beaches in San Francisco:

• Escape the city and join the surfers, sunbathers and dog walkers relaxing at Ocean Beach.
• Cool off in the clear waters of Baker Beach and enjoy unrivalled views of Golden Gate Bridge.
• Head to East Beach for family fun; splash about in shallow waters, enjoy a barbecue or visit the Exploratorium.

San Francisco activities:

• Walk across the famous 'golden' bridge and explore the beaches of Marin County.
• See exhibitions covering everything from ancient sculpture to modern art at the de Young Museum.
• Explore the city's green spaces; see rare plants in the Botanical Garden and wander through meadows and woodlands in Golden Gate Park.
• Sea the famous sea lions sunbathing at Fisherman's Wharf.
• Ride the historic cable cars around the city.
• See works by famous contemporary artists including Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

San Francisco nightlife:

• Enjoy a night on the town; from the trendy lounges of the South of Market district to the lively bars of North Beach, holidays in San Francisco have something for everyone.
• Take in a classical concert at the Davies Symphony Hall, a Broadway musical at the Geary Theatre or a performance by the San Francisco Ballet.
• Spend an evening sampling some delicious cuisine. From local specialities like oysters and clam chowder to the finest international fare.

Other popular attractions on holidays in San Francisco:

• Discover a whole new culture; explore the sights and sounds of Japantown or get closer to the city's Spanish roots in the Mission district.
• Take a boat tour of the bay and enjoy views of Golden Gate Bridge from the sea.
• San Francisco holidays are great for exploring the surrounding area. Take a day trip to the vineyards of Sonoma Valley or head to the surfing town of Santa Cruz.